Diabetes Prevention Program

What is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a chronic disease that causes blood sugar levels to rise higher than normal. Diabetes affects more than 29 million people. A condition called prediabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. More than 86 million Americans have prediabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes. Diabetes has no cure, but prediabetes can be reversed.

Chances are you know at least one person with diabetes and probably more than one with prediabetes. To find out if you are at risk, take this quick test. Then share the test with friends and family.

The Y Can Help

If you find out you or someone you know is at risk for developing diabetes, the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program can help. Contact Mat Montgomery or call (860) 489-3133 x135 to learn more about the program and inquire about the start of the upcoming class.